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Yadea launches Z3 electric scooter with connectivity app

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Connected to BeiDou Navigation Satellite System (BDS), which allows multi-directional data transmission, the embedded intelligent system can share real-time location and relevant data through the mobile application. Self-diagnosed results are available as a 3D image and recommended maintenance shops will be displayed on the mobile phone.

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Groupe Renault creating first European factory dedicated to the circular economy of mobility in Flins

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The circular economy model implemented in Flins will be based on a set of complementary and convergent loops, aimed at encouraging the use of a vehicle instead of its ownership; extending its life through maintenance; and reusing it or reusing its components for other uses, when other solutions are no longer possible.

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Why Businesses Should Adapt EVs to Their Fleet?

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Several countries, ranging from China to the United Kingdom, have proposed banning the sale of petrol and diesel cars over the next twenty years and some as early as 2025. Maintenance Costs are Reduced. Emergency repairs and routine maintenance on ICE vehicles can cost up to four times more than on EVs.

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Tech Leaders on 5G, Robots, and the Future of Work

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Trying to maintain strong cybersecurity for a hybrid workforce and protecting their systems from cyberattacks as more and more employees’ personal devices have been connected to the company’s systems. Other scenarios involve maintenance procedures. What are today’s tech leaders concerned about?

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EV Smart Charging Regulations Protect the Grid and Optimize the Charging Experience

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The proposal also calls for all new public EV charging stations in Europe to be digitally connected and capable of smart charging. EV Smart Charging Regulations in The United Kingdom . Charge a vehicle even if the communications network connection goes down . Adoption of technical standards .

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Smith Electric Vehicles US Selects Kansas City for Electric Truck Assembly Plant; Newton Model to Be First

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Through its UK partner, The Tanfield Group Plc, SEV US Corp is also working with Ford Motor Company to electrify the Ford Transit Connect as a BEV (battery electric vehicle) light-duty van scheduled for production in 2010. Initial customers will include Canteen Vending Services, Frito-Lay North America, and Pacific Gas and Electric Company.

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Navigant Research forecasts new EV global sales of > 346,000 units in 2014; 10 predictions for the year

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Since EVs require less maintenance and replacement of parts, which currently provides considerable revenue to dealers and automakers, car companies are looking to diversify their revenue streams. Automakers will want to tap into connectivity to offer information and entertainment services. H2USA, the new U.S.

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